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 Grapes of Napa by pigletsmom
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I highly recommend Napa Valley as a day trip if you have an extra day in the SF area. Napa is absolutely gorgeous in the fall. Almost looks unreal in person. Leave a Comment
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 Grapes on the Vine by emilienoelleLeave a Comment
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Although we didn't have that much time to spend in San Francisco, being so close to the famous Sonoma and Napa Valleys, we couldn't resist the temptation to book a wine tour. After doing some research online, we decided to go with Wine Country Tour Shuttle. They picked us up at the Ferry Building at 8:30 am - we got there a bit ahead of time, and our guide Chris was already there waiting for us. As we drove through San Francisco, he gave us some very interesting information about the city as well as a few "local's tips" - we were off to a good start! The drive across the Golden Gate Bridge early in the morning was fantastic, and again Chris proved to be both knowledgeable and entertaining as we made our way to Napa Valley in the very comfortable shuttle.
Our first stop was at the V. Sattui winery, where we got to taste six different wines. There was also a large deli/market where we picked up enough food for an amazing picnic. Next on the list was Domaine Chandon - this time the stop included a tour of the facilities followed by an outdoor tasting of their world-famous sparkling wine. The next winery we hit was the beautiful Andretti Winery (yes, as in Mario Andretti the race car driver) where we were invited to eat grapes right off the vines and sample four of their wines. Our last stop was at the Black Stallion winery, which turned out to be our favourite one as far as wine goes. All in all we tasted about 20 different wines so it definitely was a good thing that neither of us had to drive! Also, with hundreds of wineries located in the Sonoma and Napa Valleys, it was nice to be guided to wineries that were unique yet affordable (the average price of a bottle was $20-$30). All the settings were also pretty incredible.
We took the Vallejo ferry back to San Francisco for a very enjoyable 45-min cruise on the San Francisco Bay, reaching the Ferry Building at 5:00 pm. We had such a wonderful day, I'm really glad we decided to book the tour! In total, it came down to $125 per person ($95 for the tour + $25 for all the tastings; lunch and everything else was included) and I thought it was well worth it for all the fun we had! Leave a Comment
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 A view from the Oakwood winery
in Sonoma... by canbalci
but if you definitely need some names, I would suggest Domaine Chandon in Napa and Chateau St. Jean in Sonoma. Especially Chateau St. Jean has a nice picnic area. If you are curious about wine making, Mondavi winery in Napa has a really good tour.
By the way, start your day early, most of the wineries close by 5 pm... Leave a Comment
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 Sonoma County Vineyard by SteveOSF
Other fantastic places for tasting in the area surround the cities of Healdsburg, Sonoma, and Napa. Some wineries offer free tastings, others charge a small fee. Usually tasting rooms are located right at the vineyards. Cities like Sonoma and Healdsburg also have tasting rooms that may feature one winery or offer tastings from selected regional wineries. Be careful not to overdo the tastings if you are unlucky enough to be driving.
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 One of my favorite things
to do here in Napa, SPA by Gypsystravels
I love Napa and whenever I visit San Fancisco make it a point to visit to indulge my love of the sweet life, that includes a few hours at my favorite Spa, sampling some excellent wines at a fantastic winery and indulging my love of food at a wonderful restaurant. Leave a Comment
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 Entering Wine Country by ymike2000
The region's "Mediterranean climate" gives it a different look from the rest of the USA. In the summertime, most places are lush and green. In this area the grass dries up and turns yellow in the summer. The only green comes from trees and bushes.
If you can find a brochure called "The Best of the Wine Country", you can show it and get free gifts, discounts, and free tastings at dozens of wineries. We found it at the Tourist Welcome Center in Santa Rosa, just off Route 101. The brochure is published by dayguide.com. Leave a Comment
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 Sonoma Valley, Northern
California's Wine Region by mydreamquest
This is a picture of a wine vineyard somewhere in the Sonoma Region. I was in the middle of the freeway with no cars behind me and took this picture from outside the sun roof of my car.
I was frustrated with this picture because I missed about 20 other prettier photo opportunities until I took a shot of this.
It's a fun drive, the scene highway 12 which you get to by crossing the San Francisco/Oakland Bay Bridge (which is Highway 80 East), and after you cross the bridge, you follow the signs to 80 East (Sacramento). Drive about 30-40 miles to Fairfield and exit to Highway 12 (Sonoma/Napa).
Once you are on Highway 12, it is a peaceful drive which you will find yourself on beautiful pastoral, quiet scenery and lots of vineyards.
If it's a hot day and you want to get away from the loudness of San Francisco, this drive is the panacea to your desires. Leave a Comment
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 by mydreamquest
There are many ways to get there from San Francisco. You can take Highway 101 across the Golden Gate Bridge and follow the signs to Napa or Sonoma.
I recommend the longer more scenic drive where you take Highway 80 East (Towards Sacramento). About 30-40 miles on this drive, you will enter the city of Fairfield, follow the sign that tells you to go onto Highway 12.
Take Highway 12 and eventually, you will get to this City Hall in Sonoma, a quaint, friendly, lively town more down to earth making you feel far away from the busy San Francisco Bay Area hustle and bustle.
I took this picture yesterday night (May 23, 2005). Prior to getting here, I passed by at least 15 wineries. The country roads on highway 12 are windy and breathtaking if you love pastoral valleys engulfed by hot early Californian summer sunlight and hills that go up and down with vineyards with small Mountains looming in the background. Leave a Comment
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